Went to collect eggs this afternoon and found this....as titled, I'm guessing this is a matter for concern. Any assistance would be appreciated. Thank you!
Mild concern but it is not unheard of. It looks like a hen was straining quite hard to pass her egg and she burst the blood vessel. They usually heal up pretty quickly. At roost time tonight, you can don a headlamp and go out and examine all your girls to try to find out which hen did that. Then keep an eye on her to make sure she's all right.
Thank you both SO much for your info. They all seem to be behaving normally, eating, pooping, dust bathing, etc. Here's a pic of today's egg. I'll check them out tonight!